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“Mode” or “Mowed”

mode / mowed are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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Definitions

What each term means

Same sound, different spellings and meanings, shown with a pronunciation guide for each term.

mode m·OW·d

  • nouna particular functioning condition or arrangement.
  • nounany of various fixed orders of the various diatonic notes within an octave.
  • nounthe most frequent value of a random variable.

mowed m·OW·d

  • verbcut with a blade or mower.
Usage

Examples in context

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“mode”

  • …the right) when in D mode only.
  • …of one of the automatic modes (D or S) is used…
  • …wheel when using the Manual/tiptronic mode; and the driver can temporarily…
  • In Manual mode this kick-down is only activated…
  • …instrument display, and like D mode, the currently used gear ratio…
  • …DSG works in fully automatic mode, with emphasis placed on gear…
  • …preservation, when accelerating in Manual/tiptronic mode, the DSG will still automatically…
  • …function when in Manual operation mode.
  • …the rear differential in S mode, so power distribution under loss…
  • …full throttle whilst in manual mode.

“mowed”

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